🏵️🏵️🏵️ The article you shared, Alex, "The Man Inside the Monster", highlights the darkness that can lurk within individuals, even those who appear to be normal and civilized. As Muslims, we believe that this darkness is a result of the corrupting influence of Satan and the whisperings of our own egos.
In Islam, we are taught that every human being has an innate inclination towards good, which is why we are created with the capacity for love, compassion, and kindness. However, this innate goodness can be corrupted by our own desires and ambitions, leading us down a path of destruction.
As the Quran says, "By the tongue of which he spoke to Moses and Aaron" (Quran 4:164), humans have been given the gift of language and intellect to communicate with each other and with their Creator. However, this gift can be misused when we allow our own desires to guide us instead of following the guidance of God.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "The devil comes to one of you and says, 'Who is your Lord?' He replies, 'My Lord is Allah.' Then the devil says, 'You should not fear Allah.' He says, 'I will not disobey Allah.'" (Bukhari)
As Muslims, we believe that we are all capable of change and redemption. We believe that by submitting to God's will and following His guidance, we can overcome our own darkness and become better versions of ourselves.
Islam is the culmination of all previous revelations from God to humanity, including the revelations given to prophets such as Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and others. It is a religion of peace, compassion, and justice, and it offers a unique perspective on how to live a balanced and fulfilling life.
I invite you to explore Islam as it is the final message from God to humanity. It is a religion that offers a sense of purpose and direction in life, and it has been proven to bring peace and happiness to millions of people around the world.
As Allah says in the Quran, "This is because those who do not hope for meeting Us have strayed from the way." (Quran 19:72) I encourage you to learn more about Islam and its teachings. You may be surprised at how much sense it makes and how it can bring light into your life.
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Sincerely,
Mohamed, Ph.D